EXPERIENCE

Graphic Designer | 09/2022 - Present

San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE), San Diego, CA

• Design various print, multimedia, and web materials for internal and external clients in support of the mission of SDCOE.

• Coordinate and collaborate with clients, communications strategists, and departments to develop and meet requirements and deadlines for multiple graphic design projects.

• Ensure graphic materials execute SDCOE’s brand identity system, achieve project objectives, appeal to diverse audiences, and meet accessibility standards.

• Prepare final files for effective print, multimedia, and Internet distribution.

• Develop and streamline procedures for translation, accessibility, and production.
  
  

Career Technical Education Teacher, Grades 9-12 | 08/2016 - 08/2022

San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD), Encinitas, CA

• Created a three-course CTE graphic design pathway adhering to California Career Technical Education standards and frameworks and articulated with MiraCosta Community College.

• Developed original curriculum teaching industry-standard software and practices in preparation for careers in design, digital media, and visual communication.

• Doubled pathway enrollment despite declining school enrollment through project-based learning and student-centered, culturally responsive pedagogy.

• Managed student design studio hosting events and producing community design projects, including the design and installation of an accessible campus directory.

• Coordinated a staff of 40 students to design and produce the 400-page yearbook.

Digital Media Teacher, Grades 9-12 | 08/2015 - 08/2016

e3 Civic High (e3), San Diego, CA

Digital Media Art 1, 2, & 3

• Developed 3-course digital media pathway and implemented all original curriculum.

• Tripled enrollment in Digital Media Art pathway, becoming e3’s most requested elective. 

• Organized and hosted e3’s first county-wide Digital Media Arts Exhibition with design industry leader guest judges.
  
  

Accepted Protege | 01/2015 - 08/2015

Civilian Agency, San Diego, CA

• Billable design of web banners, motion graphics, and PSAs for agency clients

• Internal design work for agency needs including events and employee training

• Collaborate across departments to develop and produce visual content
  
  

Media Designer | 06/2014 - 01/2015

Camp Run-A-Mutt, San Diego, CA

• Branding, environmental graphics, marketing materials, and illustrations for employees, clients, and events across multiple franchise locations.